🌟 ITI Trade: Welder (Welding & Inspection) 🌟

🎓 Overview

  • Powered by: NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training)
  • Job Orientation: A highly job‐oriented trade that prepares you for diverse roles in both government and private sectors
  • Self-Empowerment: Empowers you with advanced welding and inspection skills, giving you the confidence to work independently or launch your own venture 🚀
  • Global Relevance: Perfectly designed to fulfill the industrial requirements of Indian and international industries 🌍
  • Course Duration: 1 year
  • Certification: Awarded the National Trade Certificate (NTC) by DGT/NCVT, recognized worldwide 🏅
  • Delivery Mode: Delivered through a network of ITIs under the Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS)

💡 Why Choose ITI Welder (Welding & Inspection)?

  • ✅ Job-Oriented Training:
    • 🔥 Diverse Welding Processes: Learn Gas Welding and Arc Welding methods, including joining MS sheets, plates, and pipe joints.
    • 🔥 Inspection Techniques: Gain skills in visual inspection, as well as destructive and non-destructive testing (bend, tensile, impact, hardness tests, dye penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic, and radiographic inspection).
    • 🔥 Multi-Skilling: Become proficient in both welding and inspection, enabling you to evaluate and correct weld defects effectively.
  • ✅ Comprehensive Practical & Theoretical Learning:
    • 🔧 Practical Skills: The hands-on training covers basic welding operations—from cutting and joining to advanced welding of various metals (MS, stainless steel, cast iron, brass, aluminium).
    • 📐 Core Components: Includes Engineering Drawing, Workshop Calculations, and Science, which are taught concurrently with welding tasks to apply cognitive knowledge in real time.
    • 📚 Project Work & On-the-Job Training: Participate in group projects, industrial visits, and extracurricular activities that build practical expertise and self-confidence.
  • ✅ Industry-Relevant Curriculum:
    • The course is divided into two major areas:
      • Domain Area (Trade Theory & Practical): Imparts professional skills and technical welding knowledge.
      • Core Area (Employability Skills): Develops essential soft skills, workshop calculation, and technical drawing abilities.
    • This dual-approach ensures you are well-prepared for practical challenges in welding and inspection.
  • ✅ Safety & Quality Focus:
    • Emphasizes safety measures such as OSH&E, proper use of PPE, fire extinguishers, and first aid.
    • Teaches you to evaluate your work using various testing methods and document results for quality assurance.

📚 Course Structure & Curriculum

The ITI Welder (Welding & Inspection) course is structured over one year and integrates theoretical instruction with extensive practical training. Below is the detailed curriculum, organized into key modules:

1. Domain Area (Trade Theory & Practical)

Module 1: Safety, Environment & Basic Welding Operations

  • 🔹 Safety & Housekeeping:
    • Learn elementary first aid, firefighting techniques, and environmental regulations.
    • Understand the importance of housekeeping and safe work practices in the welding workshop.
  • 🔹 PPE & Emergency Response:
    • Master the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) like welding masks, gloves, and protective clothing.
  • 🔹 Basic Welding Fundamentals:
    • Perform basic welding on MS sheets using Gas Welding (OAW) in different positions (ensuring proper joint preparation).
    • Learn Arc Gauging techniques to verify weld quality.

Module 2: Welding Processes on Metal Assemblies

  • 🔹 Welding (Gas & SMAW):
    • Join MS plates using SMAW in various positions.
    • Execute Gas Welding on MS sheets in different positions while adhering to safety precautions.
  • 🔹 Pipe Welding Techniques:
    • Weld different types of MS pipe joints by Gas Welding (OAW) and by SMAW.
  • 🔹 Welding of Diverse Metals:
    • Weld Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Brass, and Aluminium by OAW.

Module 3: Advanced Welding Operations with GMAW & GTAW

  • 🔹 GMAW Operations:
    • Set up and operate the GMAW machine to join MS sheets/plates using various modes of metal transfer.
  • 🔹 GTAW (TIG) Operations:
    • Weld MS, Stainless Steel, and Aluminium sheets and tubes using GTAW in the down-hand position.
    • Ensure quality welds by performing root passes with DP (Dye Penetrant) test inspections.

Module 4: Cutting & Fabrication

  • 🔹 Oxy-Acetylene Cutting:
    • Perform straight, bevel, and circular cutting on MS plates using oxy-acetylene processes.
  • 🔹 Plasma Arc Cutting:
    • Learn to set up and use plasma arc cutting machines for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Module 5: Inspection & Testing

  • 🔹 Visual and Destructive Testing:
    • Perform visual inspections of welds; conduct bend tests, tensile tests, impact tests, and hardness tests.
  • 🔹 Non-Destructive Testing Methods:
    • Execute surface defect inspections using Dye Penetrant Inspection.
    • Conduct sub-surface inspections using Magnetic Particle Testing and Ultrasonic Flaw Detection.
    • Interpret Radiographic films of weldments and prepare detailed reports.

Module 6: Supplementary Welding Processes & Repair

  • 🔹 Specialized Welding Techniques:
    • Perform fillet welding on MS plates in multiple positions (e.g., 1F, 2F, 3F, 4F, 5F) by SMAW.
    • Execute full penetration Single "V" butt joints on MS plates in positions (1G, 2G, 3G, 4G) using GTAW.
  • 🔹 Additional Operations:
    • Perform bending, straightening, and edge planning for fabrication of structures.
    • Execute double bevel butt joints on dissimilar thickness MS flats by SMAW with DP test, back gouging, and control distortion via skip and back-step welding.
    • Weld pipe joints in various positions.
    • Perform lap, T, and corner joints on MS using GMAW and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).
    • Operate Automatic Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) machines.
    • Manufacture simple structures (e.g., using L angles, I sections, channel sections) and fabricate pipe/cone on MS sheets.

2. Core Area (Employability & Life Skills)

Module 7: Engineering Drawing & Workshop Calculations

  • 🔹 Technical Drawing:
    • Learn to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings and blueprints relevant to welding projects.
    • Master geometric construction, dimensioning, layout planning, and representation techniques.
  • 🔹 Workshop Calculations:
    • Apply mathematical principles (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) to perform calculations essential for welding operations.
    • Calculate power, energy, and material requirements for precise and efficient fabrication.

Module 8: Soft Skills & Professional Development

  • 🔹 Communication Skills:
    • Enhance technical English and interpersonal communication to articulate complex welding procedures clearly.
  • 🔹 Teamwork & Leadership:
    • Develop effective teamwork, time management, and leadership skills through collaborative projects.
  • 🔹 Professionalism:
    • Cultivate a disciplined work ethic and adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

Module 9: Digital Literacy & IT Applications

  • 🔹 Computer Applications:
    • Learn to use digital tools for technical documentation, design simulation, and data analysis.
  • 🔹 Data Management:
    • Develop skills in recording and managing technical data digitally, ensuring accurate documentation.

Module 10: Entrepreneurial & Financial Skills

  • 🔹 Entrepreneurial Mindset:
    • Understand the basics of starting and managing your own welding or fabrication business.
  • 🔹 Financial Management:
    • Gain insights into personal finance, budgeting, and cost estimation to support career and business growth.

Module 11: Revision, Project Work & Examination

  • 🔹 Hands-On Projects:
    • Engage in practical projects that simulate real-world welding challenges.
  • 🔹 Revision Sessions:
    • Participate in comprehensive revision sessions to consolidate all acquired knowledge and skills.
  • 🔹 Final Examination:
    • Complete internal assessments and a final exam to validate your skills, culminating in the awarding of your NTC.

🎯 Key Learning Outcomes

After completing the ITI Welder (Welding & Inspection) course, you will be able to:

  • Operate Diverse Welding Processes:
    • Set up and operate gas welding, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, Plasma Arc cutting, and resistance spot welding machines with confidence.
    • Weld MS sheets, plates, and pipes in various positions with precision while following strict safety protocols.
  • Fabricate and Join Metal Components:
    • Execute joining of MS sheets and plates by Gas Welding and SMAW.
    • Weld different types of MS pipe joints and join stainless steel, cast iron, brass, and aluminium using appropriate processes.
  • Perform Advanced Welding Operations:
    • Carry out fillet welding on MS plates in multiple positions and execute full penetration single "V" butt joints on MS plates using GTAW with DP test inspection.
    • Utilize GMAW and FCAW processes for lap, T, and corner joints, and operate Automatic Submerged Arc Welding machines.
  • Conduct Rigorous Testing & Inspection:
    • Perform visual inspection, as well as destructive tests (bend, tensile, impact, hardness) on welded joints.
    • Execute non-destructive testing using dye penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic, and radiographic methods.
    • Document and report inspection findings accurately for quality assurance.
  • Apply Technical Calculations & Engineering Drawings:
    • Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics to determine weld specifications.
    • Perform workshop calculations to estimate electrode and filler metal requirements and optimize material usage.
  • Maintain Safety & Compliance:
    • Adhere to safety rules, use PPE, and implement housekeeping practices to ensure a safe work environment.
    • Follow environmental regulations and accident prevention measures in every welding operation.
  • Develop Soft and Digital Skills:
    • Enhance communication, teamwork, and leadership skills essential for a collaborative work environment.
    • Use digital tools for technical documentation, design simulations, and data management.
  • Embrace an Entrepreneurial Mindset:
    • Gain the confidence and expertise to start your own welding service or fabrication business.
    • Understand market trends and customer requirements to drive innovation and career growth.
  • Plan and Organize Work Efficiently:
    • Strategically plan and execute welding tasks as per technical drawings and production specifications.
    • Identify and procure necessary materials and tools to maximize productivity and ensure high-quality output.

🌍 Industry Scope & Employability

  • Wide-Ranging Career Opportunities:
    • The skills acquired in this course open doors to numerous roles in the welding and fabrication industries, including:
      • Skilled Welder: Execute precision welding operations in various manufacturing sectors.
      • Maintenance Technician: Oversee the upkeep and repair of welding machinery.
      • Quality Control Specialist: Ensure weld integrity and structural quality through systematic inspection.
      • Production Supervisor: Manage welding operations and coordinate production in industrial settings.
      • Self-Employed Consultant: Launch your own welding service or fabrication workshop offering specialized solutions.
  • Sectoral Opportunities:
    • Government Organizations:
      • Opportunities in public manufacturing units, infrastructure projects, and defense establishments.
    • Private Firms:
      • Roles in automotive, aerospace, construction, and heavy industries.
    • Contractual & Freelance Roles:
      • Engage in project-based work or operate as a freelance welding expert providing tailored services.
  • Future Prospects:
    • With additional certifications and industry experience, advance to supervisory or managerial roles.
    • Pursue further studies in welding technology, industrial engineering, or business management to enhance career growth.
    • The globally recognized NTC certification from NCVT gives you a competitive edge in both domestic and international markets.

🔥 Start Your Journey Today!

  • If you are passionate about:
    • Precision Engineering: Ready to master advanced welding techniques and operate state-of-the-art equipment.
    • Technical Innovation: Eager to solve complex fabrication challenges and drive quality improvements.
    • Career Growth & Self-Empowerment: Looking to build a rewarding career with diverse opportunities in manufacturing and fabrication.
    • Entrepreneurship: Interested in launching your own welding service or fabrication consultancy to innovate and excel independently.
  • Then, the ITI Welder (Welding & Inspection) course is perfect for you!
    • Enroll now to gain:
      • A comprehensive curriculum that seamlessly integrates rigorous theoretical instruction with extensive hands-on practical training.
      • In-depth technical knowledge and practical skills essential for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting various welding systems.
      • A globally recognized National Trade Certificate (NTC) by NCVT to significantly boost your career prospects.
      • The expertise and confidence to excel in diverse roles across government, private, and self-employed sectors.
  • Join now and transform your future:
    • Embrace the opportunity to work at the forefront of welding and metal fabrication technology.
    • Contribute to high-quality production processes and innovative engineering solutions.
    • Step confidently into a career that offers stability, continuous growth, and the potential for self-employment.

👉 Enroll Today & Engineer a Bright Future in Welding & Fabrication! 🚀🔧✨

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